Maria's Avenue

Bodycon

2009-12-04T22:55:00.010+02:00

Hi everyone!
I was out and about town today, did some clothes shopping, namely - two everyday dresses. One is two-piece look alike (from Cubus) and the other has a lovely zip detail (from Seppälä)- you can either zip it up for a more bodycon look or leave it undone.

Basics

2009-11-20T15:51:00.005+02:00

My Mom bought this lovely basic top for me today. It's from my all time favourite high street shop H&M.
Denim hotpants are from Miss Sixty.

Warm November

2009-11-20T14:33:00.006+02:00

It is currently +10 outside, which is very warm for November here, where i live and it's been like that for the whole month.
It was very cold in October (-7) and snowing and now it feels like September again. It's not that i'm complaining, it's just...weird:)
I wish the weather would stay like this as long as possible, cause i just can't stand snow...
While it's that warm, i'm constantly wearing my fav combo of autumn clothing: dress/tunic/long top + opaque tights/leggins + boots and leather biker jacket on top.

Lace-up

2009-11-19T23:05:00.007+02:00

I got these stunning over the knee suede boots yesterday on sale.
They are the most comfortable boots i've ever owned, seriously.
I'm loving the fact that they are almost flat and have lace detail at the back, so that i could adjust them to the width of my legs (and my legs are skinny, so that's a plus!).

World's Least Updated Blog?

2009-11-19T22:43:00.005+02:00

Hmm...probably:)

Hey, everyone!
I know it's been ages since i last posted anything, but, trust me, i've been really busy in the last couple of weeks. Didn't even have time to sleep, not to mention blogging...
Fortunately, now i'm back on track and will do my best to not be absent for that much long again:)

Here's today's outfit:Dress: SEPPÄLÄ

Velvet

2009-10-26T17:21:00.006+02:00

Velvet is the material i'm always trying to avoid, but i just couldn't resist buying this gorgeous wine-coloured top:)
Top: H&M
Skirt: INTERNACIONALE

Today's Makeup

2009-10-20T20:29:00.003+03:00

Products used:
Compact Foundation: Chanel Mat Lumiere in Sable (sand)
Blusher: Karen Millen in Wine
Eyeshadow: Max Factor in Onyx
Eyeliner: Max Factor Waterproof in Black
Lipgloss: Maybelline in Rouge Chic

River Island

2009-10-20T20:20:00.005+03:00

Leather Biker Jacket: All Saints
Jeans: RIVER ISLAND (new)
Stripey Top: NEXT
Knitted Scarf: Mom's

Geometric Print

2009-10-14T23:21:00.006+03:00

Dress: NEW LOOK
Ribbed Tights: NEW

I Came 2 Party

2009-10-09T00:16:00.004+03:00

Here's a pic of my precious friends with me from a last week's house party.
Left to right: Me, Inga and Kate.

Cowgirl

2009-10-09T00:02:00.007+03:00

Coat: ETAM
Dress: TOPSHOP
Cowboy Boots (new): Second-Hand

Paul Smith

2009-10-05T21:26:00.007+03:00

My lovely friend Inga e-mailed me a bunch of photos from my Birthday Party, that i haven't seen until today. Here's one of them, showing my outfit. More coming soon:)
Dress: TOPSHOP
Shoes: PAUL SMITH
Belt: bought in Moscow
Necklace: Vintage
Bracelet: bought in Germany

Cat Eye Makeup

2009-10-05T20:21:00.003+03:00

Eyeshadow: Christian Dior in Sand Beige
Waterproof Eyeliner: Max Factor in Black
and some clear mascara on my lashes for a natural day look.

Featured

2009-10-05T20:09:00.004+03:00

Dress: TOPSHOP
Boots: DOROTHY PERKINS

Sport Chic

2009-10-04T01:17:00.003+03:00

Sequins

2009-09-27T17:58:00.005+03:00

Yesterday, i was invited to a friend's house party and here's what i was wearing:
Top: PEACOCKS
Skirt: INTERNACIONALE

Au Naturelle

2009-09-25T22:06:00.008+03:00

Me just now.
Completely make-up free face (apart from Nivea Cherry Lipbalm)
I'm not that type of girl who is ashamed to show up with no make-up on.
I like to go out barefaced from time to time and i'm confident with the way i look.
After all, this is the face i was born with:)

Rock Chick

2009-09-24T21:18:00.005+03:00

Leather Biker Jacket: All Saints
Dress: Primark
Rosa Boots: Dorothy Perkins

Today's Outfit

2009-09-21T18:42:00.002+03:00

Shirt: H&M
Skirt: Internacionale
P.S. Sorry for the blurry pic:)

Buttons

2009-09-21T17:17:00.010+03:00

New stripey jumper from NEXT
Lovely button detail at the bottom.

JLO

2009-09-20T16:05:00.008+03:00

My Mom has bought me a new bra today in a lovely baby pink colour with a black trim. It fastens at the front and is super comfy.
Bra from JLO by Jennifer Lopez.

Perfect Smoky Eyes

2009-09-20T01:33:00.003+03:00

Step-by-step application guide.

Updo Hairstyle

2009-09-19T19:56:00.011+03:00

I like to wear my hair in a messy bun sometimes.
I use Chinese hair sticks to hold it in place.
I normally just use one and my updo stays nice all day.

Shoes

2009-09-19T18:41:00.005+03:00

Some of my favourite pairs, the ones i wear the most.

SILK

2009-09-19T13:01:00.013+03:00

New blouse from WAREHOUSE
Silk is my favourite material when it comes to blouses.
Shorts from GEORGE.

Airbrushing

2009-09-19T01:23:00.008+03:00

See the difference?
Surely, Eva Longoria looks way better with a help of photoshop.

Stop Shine

2009-09-19T00:40:00.005+03:00

Garnier Pure Shine Control Moisturiser - perfect for my oily skin.
I'm on my 3rd tube already, highly recommend!

J'adore Dior

2009-09-18T21:41:00.003+03:00

Top and Skirt: H&M
Mules by Dior

Bed Head

2009-09-18T20:33:00.003+03:00

Do you know when i like my hair the most?
When i wake up:)
I just love that not-tried-too-hard look, undone and a bit messy.
I wish my face looked as good as my hair in the morning, ha-ha!

Jewellery

2009-09-17T19:56:00.008+03:00

Some of my favourite jewellery pieces: new and vintage.

Berry Lips

2009-09-17T14:24:00.004+03:00

Lipstick by Max Factor in "Midnight Plum".

Casual meets Formal

2009-09-17T14:21:00.003+03:00

Top: FCUK
Trousers: Savage

Miss Sixty Jeans

2009-09-13T17:17:00.010+03:00

New Miss Sixty Jeans.
Nice, huh?

It's official: SUMMER IS BACK!

2009-09-09T17:10:00.005+03:00

Hey, everyone!
I just got back from Uni and having a dinner at the moment:)
What a lovely weather we're having today...it's so nice to see people wearing tops and skirts again! Hope it will stay like this for a while.

Have a nice day!

Layers

2009-09-07T17:07:00.003+03:00

Top: TU
Trousers: GEORGE
Silver Necklace: Birthday Present

Little Black Dress

2009-09-05T19:12:00.007+03:00

Dress: Topshop
Belt: Random (bought in Moscow)
Necklace: Vintage

BIRTHDAY GIRL!

2009-09-03T23:39:00.004+03:00

It's my Birthday today! I wanna wish myself all the best!
It was a great day, i got lots of presents and took lots of pictures, which i'll post later. It's so nice to have friends like mine...thank you for everything girls: Inga, Ekaterina, Julia and Svetlana - you are truly the best!

Baby Pink

2009-09-02T21:47:00.006+03:00

Lovely long-sleeved top from New Look that i bought today. Love the deep V-neck.

Windswept

2009-08-31T21:41:00.005+03:00

I just love this kinda messy and shaggy hairdo!
As seen on: Jessica Biel

Into The Blue...

2009-08-31T21:10:00.006+03:00

Top: H&M
Shorts: Peacocks

Fruit Salad

2009-08-31T21:01:00.006+03:00

Here's what i'm having for dessert tonight: fruit salad made with pineapples and strawberries and topped with whipped cream and chocolate shaving.

Get Belted

2009-08-30T01:50:00.006+03:00

Top: Miss Selfridge
Skirt: Sugarbabe
Heart Necklace: New Look

JOB JOB JOB!

2009-08-27T20:56:00.008+03:00

Hey, everyone!
Want to share some good news with you - i got a job today! I'll be working as an administrator at the hotel from 2nd September. It's a 24-hour shift with 3 days off afterwards, so i'll have 2 shifts a week, which is great as i can't work everyday, while studying full-time at Uni.

Celebrating my employment with friends and cocktails...what could be better!
Have a great evening!

Happy Birthday, Papa!

2009-08-26T17:59:00.000+03:00

It's my Dad's Birthday today and i want to wish him all the best! I'm so lucky! He's got the kindest and the most sympathetic personality ever:) We're waiting for the guests and going to get the party started soon.

Your loving daughter,

Maria.

Lace and Ruffles

2009-08-26T17:53:00.002+03:00

Victorian Blouse: H&M
Skirt: Internacionale

Weekend Pics

2009-08-24T21:17:00.010+03:00

What a wonderful weekend we had at our summer cottage! There was a delicious shashlik (pieces of mutton roasted on a spit) to eat and beer to drink:)
Made a lot of lovely photos and here are some of them.

hiding from the heat in a shadein my room on the 2nd floorbarbecueoops...a bit too close, ha-ha!before going back home
Hope you had as much fun on weekend as i did!
Take care!

Cardigan

2009-08-24T18:50:00.002+03:00

Cardigan (worn as a dress) from H&M
Leather belt - vintage

Back on Sunday

2009-08-21T23:51:00.004+03:00

Me and my family are going to spend a weekend at out summer cottage. I'll take my camera with me in order to take some nice pics:)
Have a great weekend!

The Return

2009-08-21T17:01:00.005+03:00

Hey, everyone!
I feel really happy today:) Firstly, Summer is officially back after a few days of cloudy and a bit chilly weather. Today it's hot and sunny again.
Secondly, my parents are finally back home from 2 week business-trip! They have brought me tons of presents from my relatives and stuff:) I'll show you some of them.
Now we are going to have a family dinner and watch IAAF World Championships Berlin 2009.
Take care!

Stripes

2009-08-21T16:57:00.004+03:00

Top: Primark
Skirt: Internacionale

(ignore the messy background, ha-ha!)

Air Kiss

2009-08-20T01:25:00.002+03:00

Sweet Dreams!

Peta Wilson

2009-08-20T00:24:00.005+03:00

Ever watched TV series La Femme Nikita?
I think i've seen them all when i was younger.
Did you know that La Femme Nikita was the highest-rated drama on American basic cable during its first two seasons? Well, now you know:)
What i loved the most about these TV series was Peta Wilson. She is just an amazing actress, always flawless-looking and so stylish. I've recently found this pic with Peta and i just couldn't take my eyes off her hair! I want the same length and colour. Fortunately, my hair grows fairly quickly, so, hopefully, my hair will be that long by next Summer. *fingers crossed*

Diesel

2009-08-18T23:18:00.005+03:00

Hey, everyone!
Went to town today and did some food and clothes shopping.
It was raining, so i had to put jeans on and make a ponytale:)

Top: H&M
Jeans: Diesel

Perfect Party Dresses

2009-08-16T18:49:00.010+03:00

I especially love the one with pink halterneck top and beige bottom, the sequinned one and the studded LBD.
All dresses by Republic.
Shop here

Which one is your favourite?

IAAF

2009-08-16T18:42:00.002+03:00

Hi, everyone!
Are you watching IAAF World Championships Berlin 2009? I just can't get enough of it! It started yesterday and I'll be literally glued to the TV screen for the next 8 days:)
The heat is back in our town, so i've been topping up my tan on the balcony.
Going to cook dinner now and will continue watching IAAF a bit later.

Have a nice evening!

Hello Kitty

2009-08-15T23:26:00.007+03:00

Me with a cute little kitten, called Murzik. He is 3 months old now and lives with my brother...miss him so much!
Do you have any pets?

Today's Question

2009-08-15T14:47:00.004+03:00

Do you weight yourself? If yes, how often?

I usually weight myself every week and right now i weight 48kg (as you can see from the pic) or 7.55 stones or 106 lbs:)

Pancakes

2009-08-15T14:37:00.003+03:00

My lovely neighbour has brought me home-made pancakes for breakfast:) She knows, I love pancakes, so each time she cooks them, she shares with me. Thank you, Zoe!
Going to have an afternoon nap now, didn't sleep well at night.

Take care!

Leather Biker Jacket

2009-08-15T00:54:00.004+03:00

Perfect for Autumn/Spring

Party Outfit

2009-08-14T21:43:00.002+03:00

Top: Morgan
Skirt: Tammy

Ladies Night

2009-08-14T21:30:00.004+03:00

Hey, everyone!
Just got back from town, where i met my friend and we had a great evening in our favourite place, called "Klondaika", where we were drinking cocktales, playing bowling and chatting non-stop:) Well, we haven't seen each other for nearly 2 months, so we had a lot to talk about.
Now i'm eating my dinner and reading other blogs. Will probably watch some movie a bit later.

Take care!

FCUK

2009-08-13T21:03:00.006+03:00

Top: FCUK
Denim Hot Pants: Miss Sixty

Rainbow

2009-08-13T20:49:00.003+03:00

What a beautiful rainbow i can observe from my window right now! We didn't have a single drop of rain for the last 3 weeks and today it was raining for a while. Now it's warm and sunny again.

Later today i'm going to watch an old horror movie, called "The Village of the Damned". I've seen it before and i liked it, so i'm gonna watch it again on TV tonight.

Want to say hi to my parents, who are far away from me now and to my cousin Dima. Miss you already!

Have a wonderful evening!

Maria.

DIY

2009-08-12T15:39:00.007+03:00

Customize your mp3 player.
Mine is by mpio and here's what it looked like before:
and after i customized it:
Now i have a very unique player without spending a fortune on Swarovski Crystal:) I bought these pink self-stick strasses in a Pound shop in England.

Going to make a lunch now, will be back in a while.
Have a great day!

HOT or NOT?

2009-08-12T00:29:00.007+03:00

Red liquid eyeliner.
My opinion: HOT HOT HOT!
I, personally, love it.
Might even try one day and show you the results:)

Let me know what you think of it.

Model: Jamie King

Vegetables

2009-08-11T22:15:00.005+03:00

Today for dinner i had rice with stewed vegetables and tuna...mmmm...delicious!
I love vegetables! I think i'm more of a "veggie person" that a "fruit person".
Don't get me wrong, i like and eat fruit, but i still prefer vegetables, especially carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers and zucchini.

Going to watch CSI: Miami in a moment, so have to say bye until tomorrow:)

Sweet dreams, everyone!

Silver

2009-08-11T19:55:00.003+03:00

Shirt from: NEXT
Jeans from: EDI

Just got back from town and now i'm cooking a delicious dinner:) Will show you later how it looked like.

Take care,

Maria.

Get up, Stand up, Open your Eyes...

2009-08-11T11:48:00.008+03:00

A nice song to wake up to, huh?
It's on my mobile alarm and, you know what, it really encourages you to get up...even when you don't feel like:)
The song is by Stellar Project and here's the link to official video.

I'm going to town a bit later today, need to buy some toiletries and food.
Will show you today's outfit, when i'll come back.

Have a great day!

Haiku

2009-08-10T22:27:00.007+03:00

I decided to post here on my blog different kinds of poems that i wrote myself. Let's start with a genre called "Haiku". It's a form of Japanese poetry that consists of only a few lines that usually don't rhyme. I like to write Haiku. One day i was window shopping in a large mall, when i saw a poster of a stunningly beautiful guy...i couldn't take my eyes of him and once i got home i wrote the following lines:

His beauty is blinding,
His eyes are mesmerizing,
A cover boy...

November 2008
By Maria.

RED

2009-08-10T21:50:00.006+03:00

Top from: Blind Date
Denim Hot Pants from: Miss Sixty

Watches

2009-08-10T17:30:00.005+03:00

I just love watches with Roman numerals.
I already have them on my wall, so now i need a pair for my wrist:)

Lunch

2009-08-10T16:00:00.005+03:00

Hi folks!
I'm finishing my lunch right now...don't feel like eating a lot, when it's boiling outside.
My parents and my cousin are going to Moscow today, so i'll be all by myself for 10 days. They left me enough cash for shopping and stuff though, so i'm happy.

Have a nice day,

Maria.

Sunbathing

2009-08-10T12:33:00.006+03:00

Good afternoon!
It's a very hot, sunny day today so i spent the whole morning sunbathing on my balcony. I love a tan! I know it's bad for your skin and stuff but hey, when else to tan, if not in Summer?

Going to make a breakfast for me and my cousin now.

Me just now. Top and shorts from: GEORGE

Skincare

2009-08-09T23:29:00.005+03:00

Nivea is one of my favourite brands when it comes to skincare lines.
I use the Nivea Visage Young line daily and i never had any side effects while using these products.
I adore the Stay Clear toner which is perfect for my oily skin and is alcohol free, so suitable for sensitive skin aswell.

Give it a try.

Today's Outfit

2009-08-09T19:51:00.006+03:00

Sequined top and shorts from: Peacocks

I'm back

2009-08-09T19:35:00.008+03:00

Hi everyone!
I've just came back home from a place called "City Centre", where me, my cousin and my parents spent 2 hours playing bowling. It was a great fun! We managed to play 4 sets and i won once:)
Now i'm eating a late dinner and going to watch "Lie to Me" series on my computer.
As i promised i'm adding some pics from bowing club.

My cousin Dima and I drinking beer between sets

Right before throwing a ball:)

Have a great evening,

Maria.

Breakfast

2009-08-09T10:41:00.008+03:00

Hi everyone! I just woke up and eating my breakfast right now.
I'm having a Greek Salad. It's very hot outside so i don't want anything hot in food at the moment.

After breakfast me and my cousin are going to play bowling at a place called "City Centre" and drink refreshing cocktails:)

Need to finish my salad and start getting dressed and stuff.
I'll take my camera with me and will show some photos from bowling afterwards.

We heard soon,
Maria.

Bedtime

2009-08-09T02:05:00.005+03:00

Now i'm finally off to bed...falling asleep as i type:)
Sweet dreams, everyone.

Welcome to my Avenue!

2009-08-08T20:11:00.006+03:00

Right now i'm sitting in my room, drinking green tea with jasmine and enjoying the summer breeze coming from the balcony.

Now i'm about to go and watch CSI: Miami, but before i'll go, i want to show you my today's outfit. Let me know what you think of it:)

Top: Primark
Denim Hot Pants: H&M
Heart necklace: New Look
Have a nice evening,

Maria.